Plaque can build up on teeth over time, leading to tooth decay and gum disease. Not only is plaque a nuisance, but it’s also dangerous – tartar can actually lead to tooth loss! Thankfully, there are ...

Calcium deposits on teeth, known as tartar, need to be removed by a dentist because brushing alone won't get rid of them. Dentists remove tartar using scaling and polishing techniques to clean and ...

Dentistry can save your teeth, but it's rare to see exactly how the process works. A dentist walked Insider through replacing cavities in two different teeth. Cavities are part of life — nine out of ...